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The College of Health Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) seeks faculty scholars (Asst./Assoc./Full Professor) in support of research and a new Ph.D. in Health Sciences program which emphasize collaboration and multidisciplinary teams of scientists.

The College of Health Sciences is one of twelve Schools/Colleges at UWM, a doctoral research-extensive university situated just a few blocks from beautiful Lake Michigan in a wooded residential neighborhood. The campus has over 26,000 students, offers 19 Ph.D. and 46 Master's degrees. The College actively engages the greater Milwaukee community through its teaching, research and service activities. Milwaukee is a city of culture, with summer festivals, arts and architecture, theaters, major league sports teams, and lively ethnic and civic traditions. The health care industry as our partner comprises the single largest private employer in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Multiple faculty positions in each of the following areas are being sought as an investment to enhance current strengths within the College. Positions are nine-month, full-time, tenure/tenure-track faculty positions with opportunities for support during the summer. We seek individuals with the ability to establish extramurally-funded research programs, and prefer applicants with evidence of post-doctoral experience or equivalent, and demonstrated records of research, grant writing, and scholarship. All positions will have primary responsibilities for developing active research programs and teaching at the graduate level, with opportunities to interact or provide instruction at the undergraduate level.

Nutrition &/or Exercise Psychology: Applicants for faculty positions in this area will hold a doctoral degree in one of the following disciplines: exercise/health psychology, nutrition, nutritional biochemistry/epidemiology, public health, or related areas that promote health and wellness. Responsibilities include developing coursework and providing instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as providing oversight in the College's Nutrition Certificate program. Additional responsibilities include assuming an active role in the stimulation of interdisciplinary research that bridges the gap between science and practice to promote health and wellness.

How to apply: Send letter of intent, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references to: Attn. Linda Miller, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, College of Health Sciences-Enderis 479, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201-0413. Review of applications will begin November 8th, 2004 and will continue until positions are filled. More information can be obtained by contacting ljm@uwm.edu or visiting the College of Health Sciences Web site at www.chs.uwm.edu.
 

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